Clearcut

{
  "id": "MLC-T-IND-001149",
  "term": "Clearcut",
  "field": "Industrial and trades",
  "definition": "A forestry practice involving the harvesting of all trees in a designated area, regardless of size or species, to prepare the land for regeneration. This method is employed to create even-aged stands or to facilitate the establishment of sun-loving species. Clearcutting can be controversial due to its visual impact and potential effects on local ecosystems.",
  "subject": "Forestry and timber",
  "references": [
    "clearcut Definition & Meaning (Merriam-Webster)"
  ],
  "translations": {
    "de": "Kahlschlag",
    "es": "corta a hecho",
    "fr": "coupe à blanc"
  },
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/industrial/clearcut/"
}